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A journal created by and for the students at the Boston University School of Theology (BUSTH) to amplify the voices of STH students by promoting and sharing a range of perspectives on matters of concern including, but not limited to, spiritual practices, faith communities and society, the nature of theology, and current affairs. It serves as a platform for STH students to share their academic work, theological reflections, and life experiences with one another and the wider community. For more information visit the BU Prophet website.

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    The art of asking the uncomfortable question
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2019-11-28) Hansen, Haley
    This reflection is part of a collection of responses to the theme: "What is Theology?"
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    What is Theology to a Black Seminarian
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2019-11-26) jacobs, shaunesse’ a.
    This reflection is part of a collection of responses to the theme: "What is Theology?".
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    What is Theology?
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2019-11-25) Lawlor, Daniel
    This reflection is part of a collection of responses to the theme: "What is Theology?"
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    What is Theology? An international student perspective
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2019-11-23) Purnawan, Andri; Sim, DongGun
    This reflection is part of a collection of responses to the theme: "What is Theology?"
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    Finding the divine in challenging conversations
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2019-11-21) Rodriguez, Nick
    This reflection is part of a collection of responses to the theme: "What is Theology?"
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    Meet the Prophet team
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2019-09-16) Prophet Leadership Team
    Meet the Prophet team members.
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    The challenge is friendship
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2019-04-19) Solomon, Alexander
    This reflection is part of a collection of responses to the theme: "On Civility and Tolerance: What does theological education entail when worlds collide?"
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    More prayer, more community
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2019-04-12) Johnson, Hazel
    This reflection is part of a collection of responses to the theme: "On Civility and Tolerance: What does theological education entail when worlds collide?"
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    Toward a language of abundance
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2019-04-05) Mennonno, Mike
    This reflection is part of a collection of responses to the theme: "On Civility and Tolerance: What does theological education entail when worlds collide?"
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    A poem titled Black History by Tony Baugh
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2019-02-06) Baugh, Tony
    Tony Baugh is an STM student from southern Virginia. He is a licensed non-denominational minister, writer, and musician who enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and dog.
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    Write for the Prophet this Fall!
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2016-10-10) Prophet Leadership Team
    Call for article submissions for the BU Prophet
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    Why We March: STH students respond to the Women's March
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2017-02-01) Bakken, Nathan; Lewellyn-Otten, Matt; Hurd, Elizabeth; Lyon, Kelsey
    "On Saturday, January 21st, a group of students met at Boston Common to join in the Women’s March... " [EXCERPT]
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    What's in a name?
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2016-08-15) Carro, Anna
    There is a lot to unpack from the word “prophet.”
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    What is Night Prayer?
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2016-09-26) Wynn, Eli
    "Night Prayer is an adaptation of a monastic service called Compline... " [EXCERPT]
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    Hello & Welcome to The Prophet!
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2018-09-25) Prophet Leadership Team
    Welcome to the Boston University School of Theology’s student journal – The Prophet!
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    Travel Seminar reflection: No Wall will stop our dreams of justice
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2018-02-05) Lai, Tsz-Him (Matthew)
    "How many stories have you heard about the U.S.-Mexico border? During the border trip, we had numerous chances to listen to stories from different volunteers and humanitarian activists. There is a particular one which touches my heart deeply. And I want to share this story with you... " [EXCERPT]
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    Three Poems by Uchenna Awa
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2018-10-25) Awa, Uchenna
    Poems by Uchenna Awa.
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    Travel Seminar reflection: experiencing the incredible India
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2018-02-23) Richardson, Christina
    "This past winter break I was fortunate to have the opportunity to take the travel seminar to India... " [EXCERPT]
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    Life's a Bitch: An Atheistic Theology of Grace
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2018-04-12) Thomas, Taylor
    " "Life's a bitch, and then you die." At least, that is the gospel according to Nas. I cannot remember the circumstances which placed that song on a music roster that is generally composed of Elton John and Nine Inch Nails. Whatever the case, I believe Nas has a point. We hope for an awful lot in this world, but the only thing we can anticipate without a shred of doubt is that we will all suffer and eventually burn out. There is tremendous disparity in the state of our individual human experiences, but everybody ends up as about the same rotting mass of flesh... " [EXCERPT]
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    On being a Teaching Fellow
    (Boston University School of Theology, 2017-03-13) Penn, David
    "One of my former discussion group students asked me to write for the Prophet about what it’s like being a Teaching Fellow at STH... " [EXCERPT]